Chief Agricultural Officer at County Government of Elgeyo Marakwet

Duties and Responsibilities: -

• Coordinating and supervising the implementation of agricultural activities, projects and programs in the Sub- County/ ATC; harmonizing of extension approaches and methodologies of various project/programs in liaison with all stakeholders in sub- county/ ATC; Member to various relevant Boards and Committees in the Sub- County/ ATC; organizing and Managing of resources in the Sub- County/ ATC; overseeing the operations of the ATCs in the Sub- County; Coordination of preparation work plans and budgets; promoting collaboration among stakeholders in the delivery of services; Participating in field days, exhibition and shows; promoting collaboration in the implementation of projects and programs; preparing and implementing of performance contract for the sub-county/ ATC; Staff appraisal and coordinating preparation of periodic reports.

Specify Job Qualification below:    

For appointment to this grade an officer MUST have:

•  Served in the grade of Senior Agricultural Officer, or in a comparable and relevant position in the County Public Service for at least three [3] years; ii. Bachelors of science in any of the following fields: Food science, home economics, Agriculture, Horticulture, Agriculture Economics, Natural Resource Management, Agribusiness, Agriculture Extension, Agriculture Education, or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; iii. Senior management course lasting not less than four (4)weeks from recognized institution; iv. Demonstrated a high degree of professional and technical competence as reflected in work performance and results.